Ministry of Railways: Vande Bharat Express to Get 20-Coach Configuration for Long-Distance Routes
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Indian Railways announced that Vande Bharat Express will be upgraded to a 20-coach configuration to cater to long-distance routes and higher passenger capacity
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The expansion addresses demand on high-traffic corridors where current 8-coach and 16-coach rakes face capacity constraints
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20-coach Vande Bharat trains will incorporate semi-high speed technology (160 kmph), automatic doors, zero-discharge toilets, and advanced passenger amenities
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Move is part of Railways' broader push to replace ageing ICF coaches with modern LHB/Vande Bharat rolling stock
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Expansion supports National Rail Plan targets for increased freight and passenger throughput by 2030
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